09-01-22 - Recipe Development, Dry Stout

09-01-22 - Recipe Development, Dry Stout

Author: James Spencer August 31, 2022 Duration: 57:24
Chris Colby, author of The Homebrew Recipe Bible and Methods of Modern Homebrewing, walks us through formulating a recipe for a delicious dark beer.

Hosted by James Spencer, Basic Brewing Radio is a weekly conversation for anyone curious about what goes into their glass. This isn't about distant experts or unattainable perfection; it's a practical guide for your kitchen or garage. Each episode digs into the craft of making beer and other beverages at home, transforming what might seem like a complex chemical process into a straightforward and deeply rewarding hobby. You'll hear honest discussions about techniques, ingredients, and the occasional happy accident that leads to a fantastic batch. The focus is always on removing intimidation, offering clear explanations, and building confidence so you can enjoy the creative process. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting advice from a knowledgeable friend who remembers what it was like to be a beginner. Whether you're considering your first brew or looking to refine your recipes, the conversations here provide a steady stream of ideas and encouragement. It's about the joy of crafting something with your own hands and sharing the results. Find Basic Brewing Radio wherever you get your podcasts, and join a community that celebrates the everyday art of homemade beer.
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Podcast Episodes
07-02-20 Space Yeast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:17
Homebrewer Nick Tier sent some brewing yeast above the atmosphere and brewed a beer with it. James and Steve test the results.
06-18-20 Space Time Mead and Cider Works [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:52
Dan Schreffler of Space Time Mead and Cider shares four delicious beverages – three based on honey and one made from maple syrup.
06-11-20 Bentonville Brewing Comes Home [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:11
After a temporary move to neighboring Rogers, Arkansas, Bentonville Brewing now has a physical-distancing-friendly new location in their home town.
06-04-20 Tim Leber Experiments, Part Two [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:59
James and Tim taste the second round of meads. These are made with fruit – naranjilla, maranon, and a tropical fruit blend.
05-28-20 Tim Leber Experiments, Part One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:03
Mead maker Tim Leber joins James to share the first of a two-part series. James and Tim taste kveik mead (hopped and unhopped), ice cider, and a beet mead.
05-21-20 Malt Sampler - Vienna, 10L Munich, 20L Munich [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:45
James and Steve taste the second round of the malt sampler, comparing three small batches brewed with different base malts. Also, Steve talks about his recent illness, and Gary Glass previews Homebrew Con Online.
05-14-20 Cleaning Principles [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:24
Jonathan Ettlie from National Chemicals talks about the TACT WINS strategy of cleaning and whether homebrew sanitizers are effective against coronavirus.
05-07-20 Norfork Brewing and Paw Paw Yeast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:58
Kristy Huff and Ben Folta from Norfork Brewing in Norfork, Arkansas, talk about big capacity, small town brewing and fermenting with a local native yeast.
04-30-20 Keptinis and Other Oven Beers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:52
Lars Marius Garshol, author of Larsblog and Historical Brewing Techniques – The Lost Art of Farmhouse Brewing, talks about his work documenting traditional beers and trying duplicate them at home.